Thoracentesis Needle And Catheter

Category

Pulmonology Procedural

Typical Use

Aspirate pleural fluid for diagnosis or symptomatic relief.

Description

A needle and catheter set used to safely access the pleural space under ultrasound guidance to remove fluid for analysis or relieve dyspnea, with attention to patient positioning, coagulation status, and postprocedure monitoring for pneumothorax.